Makeup

Glow Baby Glow

The key to glowing winter skin? It’s not more cowbell. How about more Glossier? highlight MAC Mineralize Skin Finish in Global Glow: There are a few products that I use daily in order to present myself as a functioning human being. This is one of them, and arguably one of the most important. Dust is […]

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Makeup

An Ode to Powder…

Why is my makeup sliding off my face? A question I asked myself far to frequently. I spend so much time buying/applying/obsessing over makeup, why can’t I even keep it on my face? I was doing it all wrong, and I’m sorry. I strayed away from the tried and true face powder, in an attempt […]

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Makeup, Skin

Event Skin: The Good, the Bad, and the Glowing

I’m always in the mood for a little pampering, but my calendar for the next month is insane, and requires a lot of beauty TLC. The next week on AYNIB will be strictly event prep posts.  So light your favorite Diptyque candle and get your Sephora shopping cart ready. EXFOLIATE Exfoliate before you apply your makeup. Our people […]

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Makeup

The Truth Behind “Airbrush” Foundation

Is it worth the hype? That was my initial question, and I’m sure many people are feeling the same way. There are so many stellar products on the market, but it’s virtually impossible for a foundation to make us appear like we’re out of a Chanel ad. One, we don’t want to look like a […]

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Makeup, NARS

NARS Radiant Cream Compact Foundation

I know what you’re thinking: another post about an overpriced foundation that you’re “obsessed” with? Really? I promise I won’t use  the word “obsessed.” A recent trip to the NARS Melrose store resulted in a couple of stellar purchases, and this is certainly one of them. NARS just released this product about a month ago and […]

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Makeup

CHANEL Vitalumière Aqua

BB and CC creams have taken over the American cosmetic market, promising skincare benefits and sun protection in addition to light coverage. Personally, I never really jumped on board the BB/CC train, remaining loyal to my tinted moisturizer. Every summer, The minimal makeup trend pops up in every magazine, and like the all-star American consumer […]

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